Schwinn hope 50, User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................................................1
Specifications ......................................................................................1
Vehicle Record.....................................................................................1
Safety Precautions............................................................................1-3
Features ...........................................................................................4-5
Description of Features .......................................................................6

Key, Ignition Switch and Steering Lock and Seat Lock..................6
Engine Stop Switch and Starter Button.........................................6
Headlight and Turn Signal ............................................................6
Throttle .........................................................................................7
Helmet Storage Hook ...................................................................7
Brakes ...........................................................................................7
Kick Starter....................................................................................7
Side Stand.....................................................................................7
Center Stand.................................................................................7
Luggage Rack ...............................................................................7
VIN Badge and Access Plate..........................................................7
Automatic Transmission ................................................................7

Before Every Ride ................................................................................8

Check the Fuel Level .....................................................................8
Check the Brakes ..........................................................................8
Check the Turn Signals, Brake Lights and Horn ............................8
Check the Tires .............................................................................8
Check the Rear View Mirrors.........................................................8

Starting the Scooter ............................................................................8

Automatic Choke ..........................................................................9
Kick Start.......................................................................................9
Cold Start .....................................................................................9
Electric Start..................................................................................9

Breaking In the Scooter.....................................................................10
Riding the Scooter ............................................................................10

Entering Roadways .....................................................................10
Acceleration and Deceleration ....................................................10
Braking .......................................................................................10
Parking........................................................................................10

Routine Care and Maintenance ........................................................11

Refueling.....................................................................................11
Tire Maintenance ........................................................................11
Front and Rear Brake Adjustment ...............................................12
Check Brake Effectiveness ...........................................................12
Check Drum Brake Shoe Wear....................................................12
Adding Engine Oil ......................................................................13
Changing Engine Oil ..................................................................13
Adding Transmission Oil .............................................................13
Changing Transmission Oil .........................................................13
Battery Maintenance...................................................................14
Inspecting the Battery Terminals.................................................14
Replacing the Battery..................................................................14
Battery Disposal ..........................................................................14
Replacing the Fuse......................................................................15
Cleaning or Replacing the Air Filter ............................................15
Replacing the Spark Plug ............................................................15
Cleaning .....................................................................................16

Troubleshooting................................................................................16
Professional Maintenance Schedule ..................................................17
Limited Warranty .........................................................................18-20
Reporting Safety Defects...................................................................20